American Camp National Historical Park

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(360)378-2240, ext. 2233 Camp San Juan Island, today known as American Camp, was occupied by the U.S. Army from July 1859 through November 1874. It was here that the U.S. and Great Britain nearly went to war over a pig shot by an American farmer. Pressures had been building between the two nations over possession of the San Juan Island group since 1846 when the Treaty of Oregon left ownership unclear. Thus came the Pig War crisis, at the height of which more than 500 U.S. Army soldiers and three British warships were nose to nose on the southern shore. Fortunately, officials on both sides quickly restored calm and the nations agreed to a joint military occupation of the island until the boundary could be decided. Today, the park is an excellent place to hike, picnic, play on the beach, experience wildlife and enjoy a wealth of programming, including the summer living history events. www.visitsanjuans.com

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Located in 4668 Cattle Point Rd., Friday Harbor, WA 98250

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